Fun and Philanthropy this Halloween
Got your costumes ready? May we suggest going as your favorite Action Hero? Ok, ok, if you want to go as a zombie or vampire, go ahead. But you can still be an ACTion hero this Halloween by helping out a few nonprofits collect coats and candy!
Of course, don't forget the fun events going on around town!
Events
CANCELLED 16th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade
Oct. 28 at 2:00 pm
Mt. Vernon Avenue
ARHA is having a Nightmare on Alfred Street Halloween Party
Oct. 31 at 7:00 pm
N. Alfred and Montgomery St.
Philanthropy
- The Child and Family Network Coat Drive - Sign up to get the name, size and color of a coat for a child in need of a coat. Last day to drop off is November 15.
- Carpenter's Shelter will be collecting candy until Oct. 30th for the children to trick or treat within the shelter.
- October is also Housing America Month, so hop on a bus with ARHA to learn about housing in Alexandria

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